Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s). We had difficulty eating the meat because it was leathery.

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).

We had difficulty eating the meat because it was leathery.

Answer Details

The word "leathery" means tough, hard to chew or difficult to cut, so the option that is opposite in meaning is "tender". If the meat is tender, it is soft and easy to chew, unlike when it's leathery.